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1. The character of Scarlett was originally given a different name by author Margaret Mitchell. What was it?
2. One character in 'GWTW' went on to wide acclaim working with a great comedian. Name the actor or actress and the comedian.
3. Vivien Leigh had little difficulty mastering a Southern accent despite her proper British pronunciation, but there was one word she found impossible to pronounce in a Southern accent. What was the word?
4. One of the major characters in 'GWTW' appeared in 3 of the films made in 1939 that were nominated by the Academy for Best Picture. Name the actor or actress.
5. Another actress was signed to play Carreen, Scarlett's younger sister, before the role was given to Ann Rutherford. Who was the actress?
6. A minor, yet pivotal, character's part is incorrectly listed in the film's cast credits. Who was the actor or actress?
7. An actor started work on the film, but died of uremic poisoning shortly after production began. Which character had to be re-cast?
8. Cliff Edwards has a miniscule part in 'GWTW' (a reminiscent soldier in the hospital scene) but went on to great things. A song that he sang won the Oscar for Best Song of 1940. Where did he go?
9. Hattie McDaniel won an Oscar as Best Suporting Actress for her portrayal of Mammie, a first for a black performer. What was she the first for doing that Oscar evening?
10. One of the following was nominated for an Oscar for 'GWTW', but did not win. Who was it, and to whom did the Oscar go?
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